"If Iceland has taught me anything, it’s that limitations can be a source of strength." At?Glassriver, we’ve built success through flexibility, collaboration, and co-productions - turning challenges into opportunities. In today’s ever-changing TV industry, this mindset is more valuable than ever. ??? Here are a few words on what the industry can learn from us in Iceland.
Glassriver
电影、视频和录音制作业
Reykjavík，Capital Region 167 位关注者
International TV & Film Production company recognised as a creative powerhouse
关于我们
Glassriver is an experienced film and television production company. Recognized as a creative powerhouse in Iceland, the company strives to identify brilliant and inspiring ideas, nurture them and bring them to the screen. The owners’ respective work has accumulated over 50 film awards domestically and internationally. Glassriver has been one of the most productive and proficient production companies in Iceland. Last year the company was responsible for 50% of all scripted television series in Iceland. With relatively few but extremely talented full-time employees, the company hires close to 1000 contractors for temporary projects every year. Glassriver prides itself in creating and delivering on schedule quality content to both film and TV markets worldwide.
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https://www.glassriver.is
Glassriver的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 电影、视频和录音制作业
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- Reykjavík，Capital Region
- 类型
- 私人持股
- 创立
- 2016
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主要
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Grensásvegur
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IS，Capital Region，Reykjavík，108
Glassriver员工
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We are so thrilled to announce our incredible creative team for our new scripted series?Masquerade ?? ?– Nicholas Weinstock, Invention Studios & @marclorber Set in a small Icelandic village,?Masquerade?is the story of a young American journalist who arrives to investigate a mysterious abduction that took place in Florida 25 years prior. This fits perfectly into our mission of bringing together some of the biggest names in TV from the US, Iceland and the world together – Masquerade?represents how we tell gripping and authentic stories with universal talent and bring them to the global stage. ?? We’re looking forward to presenting?Masquerade?at the SERIES MANIA Co-Production pitch in a few weeks. See you in Lille!
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Featured in Variety today ?? Eva Bj?rg ?gisdottir’s Bestselling Crime Series ‘Elma’ Set for TV Adaptation. At Glassriver, we’re diving into the heart of Icelandic noir with the development of The Creak on the Stairs, based on Eva's internationally acclaimed Elma crime novel. ?? Karen Bj?rg Eyfj?re Torsteinsdóttir is adapting the book in to series. ?? This project captures the chilling beauty of Iceland and the intricate mysteries that have captivated readers worldwide. It’s an honor to help bring this story to life on screen and keep showcasing Icelandic storytelling on a global stage.
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Excited to see the news out there! We’re proud to partner with Percy & Warren as we continue sharing our stories with the world. The future is indeed looking busy and bright ?
We are buzzing to announce our new Percy & Warren PR client… Glassriver! Glassriver is the leading television and film production company in Iceland, creating and delivering high-quality content for #Iceland and the world. This includes the crime thriller series Cold Haven in co-production with Portugal’s SPi SA SP Televis?o which has wrapped production – and marks our first announcement with Glassriver! Thanks Deadline Hollywood for the #exclusive this week. ? The incredible Glassriver team also created the acclaimed TV series Black Sands, which just had its *second* season 2 run in Iceland and Finland. Season 1 has been sold to all the Nordic countries, USA, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, via All3Media International and is continuing to travel the world. ? We are SO thrilled to be working with this brilliantly engaged, clever and creative team – conveniently, they are also some of the loveliest people in the industry and a joy to work with. ? With so many incredible projects in the pipeline, the future is looking busy and bright for Glassriver. ? Shoutout to Andri ómarsson, Klara Alexandra, Baldvin Z and the rest of the team – we are so excited for what’s to come! The team will be in London next week for #ContentLondon, look out for more big news before then. ?? ? Take a look at the Deadline article below for more info about Glassriver and the upcoming Cold Haven series ?? ?? ?? https://lnkd.in/eB9RyT8m
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?? As we wrap up Black Sands, we’re reflecting on what an extraordinary journey this project has been. This series has not only captured the hearts of audiences but also achieved remarkable success on the international stage, representing Icelandic storytelling at its finest. "This project, the two series, has been transformative for Glassriver, shaping our company and teaching us invaluable lessons. It has also been a breakthrough for Icelandic storytelling, becoming one of Iceland’s most successful series on the international stage." - Andri ómarsson We are immensely proud of the entire Black Sands team—the cast, crew, and partners who made this achievement possible. This series has paved the way for new opportunities and redefined what Icelandic television can accomplish globally. While it’s bittersweet to bid farewell to this chapter, we are excited for the future stories we'll bring to life ??
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We're excited to share that Black Sands season 2 was represented at Nordic Film Days Lübeck?by our talented cast members Aldís Amah Hamilton , who stars as Aníta, and Kolbeinn Arnbj?rnsson, who plays Salomon. It’s a great honor for our team to see Black Sands resonating with audiences beyond Iceland, and we’re incredibly proud of Aldís and Kolbeinn for sharing their roles and the series with film lovers in Germany. ???? ???? #BlackSands #Glassriver #NordischeFilmtage #IcelandicFilm
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?? Exciting to see the Icelandic-Portuguese co-production, Cold Haven, featured in TimeOut! This eight-part crime thriller dives into the intertwined lives of Icelandic and Portuguese communities in a gripping murder investigation. From the rocky Icelandic shores to the culturally rich narrative, Cold Haven brings a unique, cross-cultural perspective to storytelling. Curious? Read more in the TimeOut article. https://lnkd.in/d26Eh2Kc
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? Back on Icelandic soil after a rewarding journey at MIA and MIPCOM! Grateful for the inspiring connections, productive meetings, and exciting new opportunities in the pipeline. The energy and enthusiasm we encountered at these markets have fueled us, and now we’re diving into the work ahead with renewed focus. Few days at home then on to next adventure. ?? ?? Looking forward to collaborating with all the incredible partners we met and exploring fresh paths together.